A powerful explosion occurred in Kharkiv: what is known so far.

The explosion occurred today at around 18:30, likely at a warehouse in a multi-story building on Pledheim Street. The head of the Kharkiv Regional State Administration, Oleksiy Kuchery, has already arrived at the scene.

According to the Deputy Head of the Regional Police, Volodymyr Hurinov, there are no casualties, and the exact cause of the explosion is being determined. Rescuers and medics are working at the scene. Residents of this building are being evacuated.

Moreover, the local authorities have urged residents to avoid this area and allow rescuers to work.

Details of the event are emerging as information comes in.

A strong explosion occurred in Kharkiv on the evening of August 5 at a warehouse in a multi-story building on Pledheim Street. There are no casualties, but people are being evacuated. The causes of the incident are being investigated, and rescuers and medics are working at the scene. The local authorities urge to avoid this area and allow rescuers to work.